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How bone-bordering cells may help shape a skull

In a study of mice, scientists showed how the activity of one gene, turned on in a newly discovered group of bone-bordering cells, may play an important role in shaping the skull. The skulls of mice that were missing the gene were misshapen and were.....»»

Category: biomedSource:  sciencedailyDec 13th, 2021

Advanced model predicts gene architecture via nucleosome position

DNA—the molecule that carries the genetic information of all living organisms—is packaged within cells in a complex manner that allows it to function efficiently. Nucleosomes facilitate DNA compaction and also play a crucial role in regulating ge.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

From chaos to structure: How a bunch of seemingly disorganized cells go on to form a robust embryo

Pipetting liquids into tiny test tubes, analyzing huge datasets, poring over research publications—all these tasks are part of being a scientist. But breaking this routine is essential. Time away from the usual work environment can spark creative i.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

How Chlamydia pneumoniae bacteria use molecular mimicry to manipulate the host cell

Bacteria that cause diseases, so-called pathogens, develop various strategies to exploit human cells as hosts to their own advantage. A team of biologists from Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU), together with medical professionals and exper.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

Cryo-electron microscopy provides new insights into the cell"s repair system

The membrane that surrounds cells in living organisms is extremely flexible and sensitive. How it protects itself from damage and renews itself is crucial for many life processes, and is not yet fully understood in detail. Scientists at Forschungszen.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 8th, 2024

Nanopore technique shows transport mechanism of chaperone proteins at the single-molecule level

Proteins control most of the body's functions, and their malfunction can have severe consequences, such as neurodegenerative diseases or cancer. Therefore, cells have mechanisms in place to control protein quality......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 8th, 2024

Single-celled eukaryote employs unconventional cytoskeletal components for dynamic shape-shifting

Recently, a research group led by Prof. Miao Wei from the Institute of Hydrobiology (IHB) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences discovered that Lacrymaria cells utilize unconventional and novel components of the cytoskeleton to achieve their remarkable.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 8th, 2024

Cadillac Escalade IQL takes shape

The Escalade IQL appears stretched in the back, beyond the rear wheels, with more upright glass and tailgate to provide more cargo room......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

New research uncovers how climate and soil shape tree and shrub wood density across ecosystems

An article published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences has provided new insights into how wood density in trees and shrubs adapts to different climate and soil conditions. Led by Dr. Song Xiang from the Institute of Atmospheric Physics at the Chine.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Dead Cells follow-up Windblown already feels like a roguelike classic

Dead Cells follow-up Windblown is heading into early access later this month and it's already feeling spectacular......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Engineers create a chip-based tractor beam for biological particles

MIT researchers have developed a miniature, chip-based "tractor beam," like the one that captures the Millennium Falcon in the film "Star Wars," that could someday help biologists and clinicians study DNA, classify cells, and investigate the mechanis.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Tesla plans four new batteries in 2026, including for robotaxi, The Information reports

Tesla plans four new batteries in 2026. Tesla sources most of its EV batteries from other companies, including Panasonic Energy and LG Energy but wants to ramp up production of its 4680 battery cells......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

Scientists find plant-like behavior in human cells

A team of scientists from Monash University has solved the structure of a protein known as "LYCHOS," which can detect and regulate cell growth by sensing cholesterol levels in the body......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 3rd, 2024

As the Advanced Photon Source upgrade nears completion, scientists anticipate experimental possibilities

In June, X-rays began to shine again at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Advanced Photon Source (APS), a facility where intense, directed X-ray light beams are used to inspect everything from materials for better solar cells and batteries to ant.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

These Record-Breaking New Solar Panels Produce 60 Percent More Electricity

Experimental cells that combine silicon with a material called perovskite have broken the efficiency record for converting solar energy—and could eventually supercharge how we get electricity......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

Monkey fossils found in cave shed light on the animals" extinction centuries ago

By studying rare fossils of jaws and other skull parts of a long-extinct Caribbean monkey, a team of researchers that includes a Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine professor says it has uncovered new evidence documenting the anatomy and ecol.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

First-ever artificial cell nuclei created in living egg from purified DNA injection

A research group is the first in the world to succeed in constructing artificial cell nuclei by injecting purified DNA solution instead of sperm into living mouse eggs. Their findings are published in the journal Genes to Cells......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

Nanopillars create tiny openings in the nucleus without damaging cells

Imagine trying to poke a hole in the yolk of a raw egg without breaking the egg white. It sounds impossible, but researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a technology that performs a similarly delicate task in living cells.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 2nd, 2024

Research provides new insights into role of mechanical forces in gene expression

The genome inside each of our cells is modeled by tension and torsion—due in part to the activity of proteins that compact, loop, wrap and untwist DNA—but scientists know little about how those forces affect the transcription of genes......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

High-resolution images of RSV may expose stubborn virus"s weak points

The complex shape of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is one hurdle limiting the development of treatments for an infection that leads to hospitalization or worse for hundreds of thousands of people in the United States each year, according to the C.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 1st, 2024

Razer’s new headphones serve in-game haptics straight to your skull

Razer's Kraken V4 Pro headphones are decked out in gamer audio luxuries, but their secret weapon is a haptics system that plays to the tune of in-game content......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsSep 29th, 2024